About the role#
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers is looking for a Design Intern to join our Digital Delivery Group for the Fall 2026 term. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to support infrastructure projects, focusing on the transition from design to construction. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Lone Tree, Colorado.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineering teams to develop civil designs for infrastructure projects.
- Support ongoing construction activities on Kiewit projects.
- Use Civil 3D software to produce designs for estimate and construction documents.
- Participate in design reviews to evaluate concepts and provide recommendations.
- Track and maintain the status of assigned tasks on the team schedule.
- Follow company CAD and quality standards.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Technology, Construction Management with a BIM focus, or a similar program.
- Experience in basic civil CAD design and the production of design documents.
- Knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D, including the ability to create surfaces, alignments, profiles, and sections.
- Experience with Revit or Navisworks.
- General knowledge of engineering principles and materials related to civil or geotechnical work.
- Ability to read and understand construction documents.
- Strong critical thinking, planning, and conceptualization skills.
- Attention to detail with the ability to identify design conflicts and discrepancies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Previous construction experience is a plus.
- Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively in a team environment.
- Commitment to working safely and following all oral and written instructions.
Location & details#
- Location: Lone Tree, Colorado.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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